Academic activities are set to resume at Plateau State University (PLASU) as the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) officially suspended its industrial action, following a successful agreement reached with the Plateau State Government on its six-point demand.

 

The decision was finalized during an emergency congress meeting convened by the union in Jos to evaluate the progress of negotiations regarding the strike initially declared on August 26, 2026.

 

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**Key Highlights of the Resolution**

 

* **Official Suspension Date:** The strike action was formally called off effective **12 midnight, September 16, 2026**.

* **Government Agreement:** The union's decision followed resolutions met between the state government's negotiation team and ASUU leadership.

* **Immediate Resumption:** All academic staff members have been instructed to return to their positions and recommence academic operations immediately.

 

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**Official Union Statement**

 

In a joint statement released by ASUU PLASU Branch Chairperson, Dr. Vincent D. Choji, and Secretary, Dr. Lomka Iliya Kopdiya, the union confirmed the end of the industrial action.

 

> *"The suspension followed an agreement reached between the negotiation teams of the State Government and the Union. Having reviewed the agreement, Congress resolved that the strike be suspended with effect from 12 midnight, September 16, 2026. By this development, members of the Union are hereby directed to resume all academic activities."*

> — **Dr. Vincent D. Choji & Dr. Lomka Iliya Kopdiya**

 

The suspension brings relief to students and campus community members after weeks of stalled academic progress, signaling a return to regular lectures and university operations.